May 2024

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Wednesday, May 19:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 19:15—10:45 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Communities in Common

Come to learn or improve your English through art with your child! For any beginner to advanced English learner who has a child from infant to 5 years old.  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Wednesday, May 19:30—11:30 AMZoom

(Virtual) 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 19:45—10:45 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate Conversation ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 110:30 AM—12:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 111:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Little Beats

Join a teacher from Little Beats for 30 minutes of music, movement, and fun at the library! For ages 5 and under. No registration.

Wednesday, May 11:00—2:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation & Writing

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 11:00—2:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 13:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon: Lavender Sachets

Chill vibes only. Hang out and do your own thing or join in a group craft. We have all the art supplies you could possibly want and fun people to create with. For teens ages 12-17.

Wednesday, May 17:00—8:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Wednesday Book Group

The Wednesday Book Group is WFPL’s monthly book discussion group for adults. Discussions are informal and generally based on personal reactions, not academic analysis. Copies of the upcoming book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk! 2023-2024…Learn More

Wednesday, May 17:00—8:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Thursday, May 29:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 210:00—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 211:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Thursday, May 212:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 25:00—8:45 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Untitled Smile Project Rehearsal

Fork & Shoe Theatre Co-op is a group of volunteers with the mission of creating theater that anyone can participate in or watch at no cost. This is a rehearsal for an upcoming project, a staged reading of an original piece written by one of our members,…Learn More

Thursday, May 25:30—7:00 PMArsenal YardsBond St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Bookmobile at Bond Square at Arsenal Yards

The Library has left the building! Come visit the Bookmobile in Bond Square at Arsenal Yards!The bookmobile brings the Library to you! The bookmobile is a pop-up library on wheels. It transports materials and information that people can browse from book carts and tables arranged outside.…Learn More

Thursday, May 26:00—8:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

CANCELED - ¡Noche de Dominó! Domino Night!

Learn how to play Dominos or simply join in a non-competitive and fun environment. Dominoes are a great way to socialize while breaking social, age, language, and race barriers. Venezuelan-born Mara Mayobre used to play dominoes every week in Caracas and will teach newcomers in Spanish and English.…Learn More

Thursday, May 26:00—7:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

CANCELED - Connecting Teens and Their Parents

Join WFPL Teen Department and Wayside Youth staff to talk about the highlights and hard moments of raising teens. What to expect: exploring hard topics of conversation with your teen, learning about what services and resources are already available to you in Watertown, and hear directly from a panel of teens about what it's like to find your way in today's world.…Learn More

Thursday, May 26:30—8:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

High Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Friday, May 39:30—11:00 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 310:00—10:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Sing Along

Come and sing with a Children's Librarian! We'll sing all your favorites like the ABCs and the Elevator Song. For children of all ages. No registration.

Friday, May 310:00—11:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 311:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Story Time for 3, 4 and 5 year olds

Join a Children's Librarian for Story Time! For kids ages 3, 4 and 5. No registration.  

Friday, May 32:35—4:30 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

WFPL Book at Cunniff School

The Library has left the building! Visit the WFPL bookmobile during school dismissal and pick up some great reads. The bookmobile brings the Library to you! The bookmobile is a pop-up library on wheels. It transports materials and information that people can browse from book carts and tables arranged outside.…Learn More

Friday, May 34:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon

Stop by the Children's Room for some casual, creative crafting! For kids ages 5-11. No registration.  
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Saturday, May 41:00—3:00 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

Get Your Bike Out with Live Well Watertown

Visit the Bookmobile during Live Well Watertown's annual Get Your Bike Out event! For full event details, please visit the Live Well Watertown calendar.…Learn More
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Sunday, May 52:00—3:30 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

The Historical Society of Watertown Presents Lee McColgan

Join the Historical Society of Watertown for "A House Restored: The Tragedies and Triumphs of Saving a New England Colonial," a slide show and talk on the Historic Preservation of a 300-year-old farmhouse on the South Shore by Lee McColgan. Old houses share their secrets only if they survive.…Learn More
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Monday, May 69:00—10:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 69:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 610:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Toddler Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs! For walkers up through age 2. No registration.  

Monday, May 610:30 AM—12:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 611:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Monday, May 66:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Pokémon Club

Calling all Pokémon fans! Come battle your Pokémon, draw your favorite characters, check out the library's collection of Pokémon books, and chat with fellow fans! For kids ages 5-11. No registration.

Monday, May 66:30—8:30 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Board Game Night: Settlers of Catan

Board Game Night: Settlers of CatanSheep for wheat! Join us in rousing game of Settlers of Catan. Don’t know how to play? Kelly will teach you. Already know how to play? Bring your friends! For teens ages 12-17.

Monday, May 67:00—8:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1, 2, & 3 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 67:00—8:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472
Raya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1, 2, & 3 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 67:00—9:00 PMHatch Makerspace20 Summer St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Introduction to Soldering for Electronics

A human hand holds a soldering iron over a wooden table. On the table are many tools needed for elecLearn how to solder electronic wires, components, and boards to create working circuits.
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Tuesday, May 79:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

Registration required. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes (Must attend Tuesdays & Thursdays).

Tuesday, May 79:30—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced English Conversation Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 710:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Toddler Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs! For walkers up through age 2. No registration.  

Tuesday, May 712:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 71:00—2:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Healthy Eating Series: Lunch and Learn

This class series will cover a variety of topics related to nutrition, diets, and healthy aging, and include a Q+A. You are welcome to bring your own brown bag lunch. (Lunch will not be provided. ) May 7 and May 14 - Busting Nutrition Myths of Popular Diets including Keto, Paleo, Intermittent Fasting, Whole 30, low carb, “cleanses”.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 74:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Wind Tunnels

Experiment with designs to test friction and wind resistance. Use our 3-foot vortex to study the behavior of objects in flight! For kids ages 3-8. No registration.  

Tuesday, May 77:00—8:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Edible Watertown Presents Edible Native Wild Plants of Watertown & Nearby

Join Russ Cohen, author of Wild Plants I Have Known and Eaten to learn about edible plants in our area.   Russ Cohen is the author of Wild Plants I have Known and Eaten.  Since his retirement in 2015 from his position as Rivers Advocate for the Mass Department of Fish and Game’s Division of Ecological Restoration, he has been giving wild edibles talks and tours.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 89:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 89:15—10:45 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Communities in Common

Come to learn or improve your English through art with your child! For any beginner to advanced English learner who has a child from infant to 5 years old.  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Wednesday, May 89:45—10:45 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate Conversation ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 810:00—11:00 AMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

Senior Book Group

This book group meets at the Senior Center at 31 Marshall St on the second Wednesday of the month.   To register for a Zoom link to attend virtually, please email mkirsanova@watertown-ma. gov. 2023 - 2024 Book List Copies of the upcoming book are…Learn More

Wednesday, May 810:30 AM—12:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 81:00—2:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation & Writing

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 81:00—2:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 83:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon: Felt Flower Pins

Chill vibes only. Hang out and do your own thing or join in a group craft. We have all the art supplies you could possibly want and fun people to create with. For teens ages 12-17.

Wednesday, May 87:00—8:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) LGBTQ+ Book Group

Read and discuss LGBTQ+ reads across genres and make new friends! Our reading list can be found here: LGBTQ Book Group ListCopies of the upcoming book are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk! August � I'm So (Not) Over You by Kosoko Jackson September � Greenland by David Santos Donaldson October � VenCo by Cherie Dimaline November � This Town Sleeps by Dennis E.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 87:00—8:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Thursday, May 99:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 910:00—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 911:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Thursday, May 912:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 96:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Who Would Win? Club

If two animals were competing for survival, could you pick the victor? We’ll have fact sheets to help you decide who wins. Then, design your own creature to pit against your friend’s! For ages 5-11. No registration.

Thursday, May 96:30—8:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

High Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Friday, May 109:30—11:00 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 1010:00—10:30 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Fine Motor Skills

Come and practice your fine motor skills! Reaching, grasping, and hand eye coordination fun for children of all ages. No registration.

Friday, May 1010:00—11:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 101:00—4:00 PMHatch Makerspace20 Summer St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Hours for Vinyl Cutting, Inkscape, Onshape, and TinkerCAD

Logo for TinkerCAD, a free 3D modelling program. Get help using Hatch’s Silhouette vinyl cutter, Inkscape vector image software (used in laser cutting), and the 3D design programs Onshape and TinkerCAD.

Friday, May 102:35—4:30 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

WFPL Bookmobile at Hosmer Elementary

The Library has left the building! Visit the WFPL bookmobile during school dismissal and pick up some great reads. The bookmobile brings the Library to you! The bookmobile is a pop-up library on wheels. It transports materials and information that people can browse from book carts and tables arranged outside.…Learn More

Friday, May 103:00—6:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

CCT Boston / Camp Starfish

Community Consulting Teams of Boston is a non-profit pro bono consulting organization. We are working on a project with Camp Starfish, a non-profit that provides camping experiences for children with emotional and mental challenges. We want to host a client and team working meeting to help Camp Starfish.…Learn More

Friday, May 104:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon

Stop by the Children's Room for some casual, creative crafting! For kids ages 5-11. No registration.  
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Saturday, May 1110:00—10:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Music with Matt Heaton

Matt Heaton plays kid-friendly, original folk and surf-inspired songs with a few re-worked hits. Come early and sing along! For ages 5 and under.

Saturday, May 1110:00 AM—2:00 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

WFPL Bookmobile at Touch-a-Truck

Visit the WFPL Bookmobile during Touch-a-Truck, hosted by the Watertown Department of Public Works. Please see the City website for full details.…Learn More
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Monday, May 139:00—10:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 139:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 1310:30 AM—12:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 1311:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Monday, May 136:30—8:30 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Board Game Night: Ticket to Ride

Board Game Night: Ticket to RideToot toot! Join us in steady game of Ticket to Ride. Don’t know how to play? Kelly will teach you. Already know how to play? Bring your friends! For teens ages 12-17.

Monday, May 137:00—8:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Watertown Stitch Lounge

Join in the friendly company of fellow crafters at the Watertown Stitch Lounge! Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, or handheld sewing project to work on. The Watertown Stitch Lounge meets monthly on the second Monday of the month from 7:00 - 8:30PM.…Learn More

Monday, May 137:00—8:30 PMProject Literacy OfficeWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472
Raya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1, 2, & 3 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Tuesday, May 149:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

Registration required. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes (Must attend Tuesdays & Thursdays).

Tuesday, May 149:30—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced English Conversation Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 1412:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 141:00—2:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Healthy Eating Series: Lunch and Learn

This class series will cover a variety of topics related to nutrition, diets, and healthy aging, and include a Q+A. You are welcome to bring your own brown bag lunch. (Lunch will not be provided. ) May 7 and May 14 - Busting Nutrition Myths of Popular Diets including Keto, Paleo, Intermittent Fasting, Whole 30, low carb, “cleanses”.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 146:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Board Game: King of Tokyo

Come try your hand at King of Toyko, a fast-paced dice game of fighting monsters to gain control of the city! For children ages 8 to 11. No registration.

Tuesday, May 147:00—8:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Mystery Readers Group

The Mystery Readers Group meets monthly discuss recent books, favorite authors, and anything related to the mystery genre. This group does not have assigned readings. The Mystery Readers Group meets on the 2nd Tuesday of each month, at 7 pm in the library.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 159:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 159:30—11:30 AMZoom

(Virtual) 50+ Job Seekers Networking Group

The Massachusetts Library Collaborative's 50+ Job Seekers Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of the month, from 9:30am to 11:30am, via Zoom. If you are unemployed and actively looking, underemployed, seeking a new career direction, re-entering the job market after a long employment gap, or recently retired and looking for your "Encore Career", this networking group program is perfect for you! Remember, 85% of jobs are found through networking! Join us in a professional forum for networking with peers in a safe and comfortable environment conducive to developing new relationships and developing skills and strategies to help in your career transition.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 159:45—10:45 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate Conversation ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 1510:00 AM—1:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Boston Kimono Academy

Boston Kimono Academy’s mission is to spread awareness, understanding, and appreciation of the Japanese kimono traditions and culture. Japanese kimono is a beautiful silk garment that has a long history and is typically handed down from generation to generation.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 1511:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Cuentos en español / Spanish Story Time

Niños de todas edades estan invitados a un evento especial de cuentos y canciones en español. No es necesario registrarse.

Wednesday, May 151:00—2:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 153:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon: Yarn Dolls

Chill vibes only. Hang out and do your own thing or join in a group craft. We have all the art supplies you could possibly want and fun people to create with. For teens ages 12-17.

Wednesday, May 156:30—8:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Google Sheets & Docs

This class will cover the basics of using Google Sheets (Google spreadsheets), and Google Docs (Google word processing documents).  

Wednesday, May 156:30—7:30 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

REGISTRATION FULL: Read to a Dog

New and struggling readers are invited to practice their skills with a calm and impartial audience. Therapy dogs are willing listeners and can boost a young reader's confidence. This program is made possible through a collaboration with Pets & People Foundation.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 157:00—8:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

ELPAC Parent Night

Staff members from the Watertown Schools will be hosting a Multilingual Family Night at the Watertown Public Library. We would like to invite multilingual families to hear about your experience and to learn how we can welcome and support new multilingual families arriving in Watertown.…Learn More
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Thursday, May 169:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 1610:00—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 1611:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Thursday, May 1612:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 165:30—7:30 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

CANCELED - Watertown Race Reels

Join in for pizza, a film screening, and conversation with Watertown Race Reels on the third Thursday of the month at the library! Watertown Race Reels is a project of Watertown Community for Black Lives, a working group of Watertown Citizens for Peace, Justice, and the Environment.…Learn More

Thursday, May 166:30—8:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

High Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Friday, May 179:30—11:00 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 1710:00—10:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Sing Along

Come and sing with a Children's Librarian! We'll sing all your favorites like the ABCs and the Elevator Song. For children of all ages. No registration.

Friday, May 1710:00—11:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 1711:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Story Time for 3, 4 and 5 year olds

Join a Children's Librarian for Story Time! For kids ages 3, 4 and 5. No registration.  

Friday, May 171:00—4:00 PMHatch Makerspace20 Summer St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Assistive Technology Drop-In

Assistive Technology Drop-InA brainstorming and maker meet-up for experienced individuals and professionals working with Assistive Technology.

Friday, May 172:35—4:30 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

WFPL Bookmobile at Cunniff School

The Library has left the building! Visit the WFPL bookmobile during school dismissal and pick up some great reads. The bookmobile brings the Library to you! The bookmobile is a pop-up library on wheels. It transports materials and information that people can browse from book carts and tables arranged outside.…Learn More

Friday, May 174:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon

Stop by the Children's Room for some casual, creative crafting! For kids ages 5-11. No registration.  
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Saturday, May 189:30 AM—12:30 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

WFPL Bookmobile at Family Fun Day

Visit the WFPL Bookmobile during The Family Cooperative preschool Fun Day at BBN Grove Street Field, 183 Grove St, Watertown, MA 02472. For more information about this event, please visit The Family Cooperative website.…Learn More

Saturday, May 1810:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

PJ Library Shalom Together Shabbat

Gather with PJ Library and Temple Shalom of Newton to celebrate Shabbat with stories, songs, movement & more. Meet other local families and wind down your week with laughter, friendship, and of course, challah! All families are welcome!

Saturday, May 181:00—4:30 PMPatioWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Watertown Porchfest

Join WFPL house band The Dewey Decibels and A&W Ukulele Players on the Library Patio for Porchfest! Watertown Porchfest is a project of the Watertown Public Arts & Culture Committee.  

Saturday, May 187:00—9:00 PMHatch Makerspace20 Summer St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Hatch Presentation Night: Musical Instrument Making

A small, rectangular, clarinet-like instrument sits on top of sheet music paper. A cell phone sits nJoin Hatch volunteers, staff, and guests for a celebration of handmade musical instruments and the makers who create them. The evening will combine presentations from makers on how they made their instruments, Q+A, live demonstrations, and the chance to try these instruments out yourself. Join us for a fun evening inspired by Watertown Porchfest!
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Sunday, May 192:00—3:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Exploring Midnapur Patachitra Art and Folk Dance of West Bengal

Swati Biswas poses in her dance attireDelve into the vibrant world of Midnapur Patachitra art and folk dance from West Bengal with Watertown resident Swati Biswas. Originating from the rural heartlands of Bengal, these art forms are not only visually captivating but also deeply rooted in the cultural heritage of the region.…Learn More

Sunday, May 192:00—3:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Board Games

Come play board games at the library! We'll have a variety of games to choose from. For kids of all ages. No registration.  
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Monday, May 209:00—10:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 209:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 2010:30 AM—12:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Monday, May 2011:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Monday, May 2012:00—1:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Congresswoman Katherine Clark's Office Hours

A staff member from Congresswoman Katherine Clark's office will be available to meet with constituents who need assistance with a federal agency, or would like to discuss or ask questions about a federal government issue.

Monday, May 206:00—7:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Chess Club

Try your hand at chess! We'll have chess boards and instructional books ready for you. For children ages 7 to 11. No registration.  

Monday, May 206:30—8:30 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Board Game Night: Flamecraft

Join us in fiery game of Flamecraft. Don’t know how to play? Kelly will teach you. Already know how to play? Bring your friends! For teens ages 12-17.

Monday, May 207:00—8:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472
Raya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1, 2, & 3 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Tuesday, May 219:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

Registration required. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes (Must attend Tuesdays & Thursdays).

Tuesday, May 219:30—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced English Conversation Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 2112:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 211:00—2:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Healthy Eating Series: Lunch and Learn

This class series will cover a variety of topics related to nutrition, diets, and healthy aging, and include a Q+A. You are welcome to bring your own brown bag lunch. (Lunch will not be provided. ) May 7 and May 14 - Busting Nutrition Myths of Popular Diets including Keto, Paleo, Intermittent Fasting, Whole 30, low carb, “cleanses”.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 217:00—8:00 PMZoom

(Virtual) Democracy Talks: Access to Books in the Context of Mass Incarceration

Kelly Brotzman, Executive Director of the Prison Book Program in Quincy, MA, will discuss mass incarceration in the US, the role of education in reducing recidivism, the critical role books play for people in prison, and Prison Book Program's role in getting reading material to folks behind bars.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 229:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 229:15—10:45 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Communities in Common

Come to learn or improve your English through art with your child! For any beginner to advanced English learner who has a child from infant to 5 years old.  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Wednesday, May 229:45—10:45 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate Conversation ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 2210:30 AM—12:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 221:00—2:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation & Writing

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 221:00—2:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 223:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon: Manga Collage

Chill vibes only. Hang out and do your own thing or join in a group craft. We have all the art supplies you could possibly want and fun people to create with. For teens ages 12-17.

Wednesday, May 226:30—8:30 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Women's Game Night

Join other local women for an evening of board games. Everything from light party games to strategy games to card games are welcome. Bring your favorite game to share!

Wednesday, May 227:00—8:15 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Embroidery with deColores Crafts

Three people smiling holding embroidery hoopsCreate your own scenic embroidery hoop with Melissa Mendoza, owner of deColores Crafts. You will learn basic stitching techniques and walk away with a completed design! This event is for adults.  

Wednesday, May 227:00—8:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Thursday, May 239:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 2310:00—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 2311:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Thursday, May 2312:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 236:30—8:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

High Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Friday, May 249:30—11:00 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 2410:00—10:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Sing Along

Come and sing with a Children's Librarian! We'll sing all your favorites like the ABCs and the Elevator Song. For children of all ages. No registration.

Friday, May 2410:00—11:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 2411:00—11:30 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Story Time for 3, 4 and 5 year olds

Join a Children's Librarian for Story Time! For kids ages 3, 4 and 5. No registration.  

Friday, May 242:35—4:30 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

WFPL Bookmobile at Hosmer Elementary

The Library has left the building! Visit the WFPL bookmobile during school dismissal and pick up some great reads. The bookmobile brings the Library to you! The bookmobile is a pop-up library on wheels. It transports materials and information that people can browse from book carts and tables arranged outside.…Learn More

Friday, May 244:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon

Stop by the Children's Room for some casual, creative crafting! For kids ages 5-11. No registration.  
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Sunday, May 263:00—4:45 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Boston VR Blender 3D Dev Jam

There will be a Blender 3D demo, followed by a Blender Dev Jam where people can work on their own projects and collaborate and network. Please bring a laptop and a mouse with three buttons.
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Monday, May 27Library Closed

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Tuesday, May 289:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

Registration required. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes (Must attend Tuesdays & Thursdays).

Tuesday, May 289:30—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced English Conversation Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 2812:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Tuesday, May 286:30—7:30 PMCafeWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Cook the Books: Mexican Cuisine

Cook the Books meets once per month on the 4th Tuesday of the month at 6:30PM in the Watertown Free Public Library's Café and registration is required - spots are limited. Cook the Books is a monthly cookbook club. Every month a cookbook theme is selected.…Learn More

Tuesday, May 287:00—8:30 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Syrian author Jamal Saeed speaks about his memoir, My Road From Damascus

Jamal Saeed spent 12 years as a prisoner of conscience in Syria before fleeing to Canada with his family as refugees in 2016. His works include a short story collection, The Sun's Crazy Girls; Yara's Spring, a young-adult fiction based on the Syrian civil war; and My Road From Damascus: A Memoir.…Learn More
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Wednesday, May 299:00—10:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 2 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 299:15—10:45 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Communities in Common

Come to learn or improve your English through art with your child! For any beginner to advanced English learner who has a child from infant to 5 years old.  NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Wednesday, May 299:45—10:45 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate Conversation ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 2910:30 AM—12:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 2911:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Little Beats

Join a teacher from Little Beats for 30 minutes of music, movement, and fun at the library! For ages 5 and under. No registration.  

Wednesday, May 2912:00—1:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Health & Human Services Assessment Need

The event is a focus group of immigrant Watertown residents led by a national consulting firm that will ask residents about the services they need, can't access, and accessibility to other resources. Their responses will be recorded and sent to Watertown's elected officials.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 291:00—2:30 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation & Writing

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 291:00—2:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Mix Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Wednesday, May 293:00—5:00 PMTeen RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon: Origami

Chill vibes only. Hang out and do your own thing or join in a group craft. We have all the art supplies you could possibly want and fun people to create with. For teens ages 12-17.

Wednesday, May 297:00—8:00 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Sober Starting Today—with Mindfulness and Compassion

Orange image that reads Sober Starting Today Workbook: Powerful Mindfulness & CBT Tools  to Help YouAre you concerned about the role of alcohol or drugs in your life or a loved one’s life? Watertown resident and therapist Deborah Sosin, LICSW, author of the newly released Sober Starting Today Workbook: Powerful Mindfulness & CBT Tools to Help You Recover from Addiction, hosts a panel discussion about how mindful and compassionate approaches, along with CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) techniques, offer a practical, hopeful path forward.…Learn More

Wednesday, May 297:00—8:30 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.
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Thursday, May 309:00—11:00 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Beginner 1 and Beginner 3/Intermediate 1 ELL Classes

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 3010:00—11:30 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Advanced Conversation

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 3011:00—11:30 AMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Baby Time

Join a Children's Librarian for stories and songs. For babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers. No registration.

Thursday, May 3012:00—2:00 PMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Intermediate 2/Advanced ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 306:30—8:00 PMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

High Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Thursday, May 306:30—7:30 PMWatertown Savings Bank Room (1st floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Health & Human Services Assessment Need

This is focus group for immigrant Watertown residents led by a national consulting firm that will ask questions about health and human services available and accessible to them. Their answers will be recorded and brought to Watertown city officials.…Learn More
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Friday, May 319:30—11:00 AMRaya Stern Trustees Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Beginner ELL Class

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 3110:00—11:00 AMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Play with Magnets

Do all things stick to a magnet? Come and explore to find out! For children of all ages. No registration.  

Friday, May 3110:00—11:30 AMLucia Mastrangelo Room (2nd floor)Watertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Let's Talk Drop-In for All English Levels

This class is not taking new students. Please contact Project Literacy at 617-924-8797 or email the Director of Project Literacy, Janet Saied at jsaied@watertown-ma. gov if you are interested in joining English classes.

Friday, May 311:00—4:00 PMHatch Makerspace20 Summer St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Drop-In Hours for Vinyl Cutting, Inkscape, Onshape, and TinkerCAD

Logo for TinkerCAD, a free 3D modelling program. Get help using Hatch’s Silhouette vinyl cutter, Inkscape vector image software (used in laser cutting), and the 3D design programs Onshape and TinkerCAD.

Friday, May 312:35—4:30 PMOffsiteWatertown, MA, 02472

WFPL Bookmobile at Cunniff School

The Library has left the building! Visit the WFPL bookmobile during school dismissal and pick up some great reads. The bookmobile brings the Library to you! The bookmobile is a pop-up library on wheels. It transports materials and information that people can browse from book carts and tables arranged outside.…Learn More

Friday, May 314:00—5:00 PMChildren's Program RoomWatertown Free Public Library123 Main St, Watertown, MA, 02472

Crafternoon

Stop by the Children's Room for some casual, creative crafting! For kids ages 5-11. No registration.